Monday, January 28, 2013

Rogaška Slatina

Rogaska Slatina is a famous spa town, which is located in the east of
Slovenia, on the border with Croatia. It is one of the oldest and most
important tourist destinations in Slovenia. Development of the place was always
connected with mineral water springs, which are Donat, Styria and Tempel. These
were mentioned in the written sources already in the Middle Ages. A major role
in the development of tourism had the Count Ferdinand Attems, who was the
founder of the spa. The main buildings in the classical style were made in the
19th century. The most famous building is the Grand Hotel Rogaska, which hosted
many famous people. In this hotel we can see a crystal hall, which is one of
the most beautiful representative halls in Slovenia. Near the spa complex is on
a small hill located a neoromanesque church of saint Ana, which was renovated
by the plans of the famous architect Plecnik. In the warmer months is the
centre of the happening the Zdraviliski square, where are taking place various
events, which attracts many foreign and local visitors. Beside the spa is
Rogaska Slatina also known by the glass industry. In the nearness of the town
we can visit the cactus collection, the Junez home and many other.